We have a fabulous, fixed-term opportunity available for a full-time Democracy Advisor for the Rodney Local Board until August 2025. This role will report to the Local Area Manager and will be based predominately in Warkworth at the Rodney Local Board office.
The role requires analysis and understanding of the wide-ranging content of the local board's work programme, covering the spectrum of Auckland Council activities.
The Governance and Engagement department provides dedicated support to local boards. As a Democracy Advisor, you will be the governance expert with a primary focus on supporting and advising the Rodney Local Board and its members in their democratic and governance responsibilities and processes.
Day-to-day you could work on:
Preparing public meetings and workshops, including notifications, scheduling public forums and workshop attendees
Producing high quality agendas, minutes and workshop records
Briefing attending council officers prior to local board meetings and workshops on what is expected
Responding and co-ordinating information requests under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.
He korero mou: About you
This role will see you working alongside local board members, senior management and representatives from Tamaki Makaurau's diverse communities therefore confidence and the ability to remain diplomatic is vital.
You will have political acumen and display good judgment when processing complex information.
We are looking for:
Someone with self-motivation and high degree of initiative with the ability to balance competing demands
Good understanding of local government legislation, council practices and constraints
Experience in the political field in a local government meeting or democratic processes environment, e.g. provision of agendas and minutes, knowledge of standing orders
Experience with Infocouncil systems would be a bonus
Me Tono Inaianei!: Apply Now!
Applications close: 21 October 2024
You can find a copy of the position description HERE
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
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